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Jul 23, 2011

UTØYA ISLAND (Norway) News, Jul 23, 2011


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Norway Shooting, Explosion: 92 Killed, Suspect Charged
ABC News
By MIGUEL MARQUEZ (@miguelmarquez) Medics and emergency workers escort an injured person from a camp site on the island ofUtoya, Norway Saturday July 23, 2011. A Norwegian dressed as a police officer gunned down at least 84 people at an island retreat ...
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Some of the deadliest mass shootings around world
San Jose Mercury News
By AP — July 22, 2011: At least 80 people are killed at a summer camp on the Norwegian island of Utoya. A man arrested also is suspected in a blast earlier the same day in downtown Oslo that killed seven. — April 30, 2009: Farda Gadyrov, 29,...
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Norway bomb suspect bought 6 tons of fertilizer
Forbes
On the island of Utoya, panicked teens attending a Labour Party youth wing summer camp plunged into the water or played dead to avoid the assailant in the assault that may have lasted 30 minutes before a SWAT team arrived, police said....
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Were Norway Attacks Somehow Politically Motivated?
PBS NewsHour
Two attacks Friday in Norway killed more than a dozen people when an explosion ripped open buildings in Oslo and a gunman opened fire at a youth camp on the island of Utoya. Judy Woodruff discusses the latest developments with Norwegian Broadcasting ...
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'We heard people being shot near us'
Independent Online
By LENNART SIMONSSON AP Shots rang out for almost an hour on the Utoya island, where a man masquerading as a police officer killed at least 84 people, a witness told the Dagbladet newspaper on Saturday. Nicoline Bjerge Schie, 21, said she did not see ...
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MORE THAN ONE GUNMAN IN UTOYA SHOOTINGS: EYE-WITNESSES
Agenzia Giornalistica Italia
(AGI) Oslo - A post on Norway's VG newspaper site says that more than one gunman may have carried out the Utoya Island massacre. The provisional death toll currently stands at 84. Norway's top daily VG newspaper website quotes two eye-witnesses who ...
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On Human Violence - the Utoya Massacre
UN Dispatch
The dreadful events in Norway are yet another graphic illustration of the centrality of violence to modern life. Violence: “The intentional use of physical force or power, threatened or actual, against oneself, another person, or against a group or ...
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POLICE TRAWL THE WATERS OFF UTOYA ISLAND FOR MORE VICTIMS
Agenzia Giornalistica Italia
(AGI) Oslo - Roger Andresen, Norway's deputy Chief of Police, said in an interview with the national broadcaster that 'police is trawling the waters off the island for more victims.' 84 is the massacre's current death toll, but many eye-witnesses ...
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Quotations of the day
Washington Post
By AP, “(Utoya is) my childhood paradise that yesterday was transformed into Hell.” — Norway's Prime Minister Jens Stoltenberg, who has spent summers on the Norwegian island of Utoya, the site of a gunman's massacre that claimed at least 84 lives on ...
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Norway At Least 87 Dead In Youth Camp Shooting In Utoya And Bomb Attack In Oslo
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Norway At Least 87 Dead In Youth Camp Shooting In Utoya And Bomb Attack In Oslo.
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80 CHILDREN SLAUGHTERED On Utoya Island Near Oslo | The Gateway Pundit
By Jim Hoft
Police initially said about 10 were killed at the forested camp on the island of Utoya, but some survivors said they thought the toll was much higher. Police director Oystein Maeland told reporters early Saturday they had discovered ...
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Breaking: Name Of Utoya Shooter Released… Anders Behring Breivik ...
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Utoya, Norway Shooting: Gunman Reportedly Opens Fire At Youth Camp ...
By The Huffington Post News Editors
OSLO, Norway (Associated Press) -- A homegrown terrorist set off a deadly explosion in downtown Oslo before heading to a summer camp dressed as a police officer to commit one of the deadliest shooting sprees in history, killing at least ...
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80 Dead In Norway After Gunman Goes On Rampage At Youth Camp ...
By Joe Weisenthal and Katya Wachtel
Breivik posed as a policeman to gain access to Utoya in the wake of the bomb blast in Oslo, allegedly saying he was there for a "routine check." He was then transported to the island by Labor Party officials on that pretense, ...
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Meet the Man Arrested for the Utøya Shootings - Hit & Run : Reason ...
By Jesse Walker
From The Daily Mail: The 32-year-old Norwegian man arrested for gunning down children on the holiday island of Utoya has been named locally as Anders.
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Norway attack: at least 80 die in Utøya shooting, seven in Oslo ...
Scale of massacre at summer camp on island becomes clear after police discover more victims of Norwegian gunman.
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Norway attacks: Details emerge about Utoya camp shooting ...
Police confirmed the connection between today's deadly camp shooting and Oslo bombing. Norwegian Prime Minister said 'no one will bomb us to silence.'
www.csmonitor.com/.../Norway-attacks-Details-emerge-about-...
Utoya, Norway Shooting: Gunman Reportedly Opens Fire At Youth Camp ...
OSLO, Norway (Associated Press) -- A homegrown terrorist set off a deadly explosion in downtown Oslo before heading to a summer camp dressed as a police...
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World Blog - Report: Police storm suspect's house
UPDATE 7:38 p.m. ET: Norwegian authorities are tightening security at the nation's borders and airports, Dagbladet reports. Citing police, it says ...
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Swimmers flee gunfire on Utoya island - CBS News Video
CBS News video: Swimmers flee gunfire on Utoya island - CBS News RAW: AtUtoya, an island outside Oslo, Norway, a gunman dressed in a police uniform opened ...
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GREECE News, Jul 23, 2011

Fitch to give Greece part default rating
RTE.ie
Credit rating agency Fitch said today that it will give Greece a selective default credit notation, the day after the euro zone agreed a new rescue for Greece totalling about €109 billion. The agency judged that the rescue, involving a reorganisation ...
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Is America The Next Greece?
Forbes (blog)
Open heart surgery (loans guaranteed by others) has averted the immediate crisis, butGreece is just as overweight today as it was before the crisis. Attempts to lose weight through exercise (austerity measures) cause serious chest pains (riots). ...
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Greece Will Never Recover - Why Isn't Anyone Admitting It?
Business Insider
Reuters reports today that “Investors (and markets) welcome Greek rescue package.” Quoting an “expert” echoing the world's sentiment about this SECOND Greek bailout," The deal is positive. A debt/growth deal is the only solution for an insolvent ...
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ISDA Says EU's Aid Package 'Shouldn't Trigger' Greece Credit-Default Swaps
Bloomberg
Ratings companies have signaled such a plan may result in Greece being given a default rating, with Fitch Ratings saying today that the nation faces a “restricted default” tag. That still doesn't satisfy ISDA's rules for triggering payouts on Greek ...
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65% Bondholder Haircut May Be Necessary To Give Greece “Fighting Chance”
istockAnalyst.com (press release)
Greece will suffer along for a while. Fitch today said Greece has entered "selective default" due to the private sector involvement in the latest kick-the-can schemery. These short-term fixes will be attempted, even though they seem destined to fail. ...
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India's Nifty Stock Futures Advance as Greece Deal Eases Contagion Concern
Bloomberg
The company raised call tariffs to 1.2 paise a second from 1 paise in some zones, Bloomberg UTV reported today, citing NewsWire18, sparking investor optimism the move will boost its earnings. Axis Bank jumped 4.6 percent to 1296.9 rupees after its ...
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China's Stocks Rise, Paring Weekly Loss, Amid Greece Aid Plan
San Francisco Chronicle
China International Capital Corp. raised its 2011 earnings-per-share forecast for Gansu Jiu by 12 percent to 0.42 yuan, citing growth potential for iron-ore output, analyst Luo Wei wrote in a reporttoday. Indexes tracking health-care stocks advanced 1 ...
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At-the-Money Calls in Play on National Bank of Greece
Schaeffers Research (blog)
National Bank of Greece (NBG - 1.47) is in the spotlight today, after euro-zone heads of state reached an agreement on the terms of a Greek bailout. The US-traded shares are up 0.7% this afternoon, and NBG is currently on pace to collect a second ...
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'Using Greek electricity inappropriate!'
Today's Zaman
The balance of power and morale between the “protectors” Turkey and Greece is today more in favor of the Turkish side than it has ever been. On one hand, we have a Turkey whose economy -- the 16th largest in the world -- is also the fastest growing in ...
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Apple. #1 stock prices of apples in Greece in 2010 Sale Lowest ...
July 21, 2011 Best Buy stock prices of apples in Greece in 2010 Sliven, Bulgaria Sale lowest Price in U.S. stock prices of apples in Greece in 2010 Time ...
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Today's Market: Greece aid plans bring cheer - Indian Stock Market ...
Indian stock markets are trading firm. The BSE Sensex is currently trading up. Among the stocks moving the market are Infosys and RIL.
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LIFESTYLE News, Jul 23, 2011

Livin' the Dream:The perfect home in the perfect town
Summit Daily News Fri, 22 Jul 2011 23:10 PM PDT
I have found her the perfect home, one that addresses every item on herlifestyle list. Unfortunately, I found it two years too late. Hannah visitedBreckenridge from Chicago and fell in love with everything here. She tasked me with f Copyright 2011 Summit Daily News. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. Summit ...
Entertainment / Lifestyle
Malaysian Digest Fri, 22 Jul 2011 22:59 PM PDT
Should Chelsea Israeli midfielder Yossi Benayoun been allowed to enterMalaysia?
Ryan has no plans to change lifestyle
Fox Sports Fri, 22 Jul 2011 18:57 PM PDT
ARCHIVE | EMAIL Andro, a Texas A&M grad, spent nearly 12 years at the Fort Worth Star-Telegram, covering the Texas Rangers and Nascar.
Doctor to discuss healthy lifestyle choices for older adults
Ventura County Star Fri, 22 Jul 2011 17:24 PM PDT
Prompted by the fact that people are living longer, family practice physician Tannaz Zahirpour, a doctor of osteopathic medicine, will discuss healthy lifestyle choices for older adults at the Simi ValleySenior Center at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday.
11. An ideal lifestyle on show
The Star Fri, 22 Jul 2011 17:13 PM PDT
COMPETITION in the local TV industry is much stiffer today than it was a decade ago, given the various broadcast mediums that have become commonplace with the advent of technology. But lifestyle channel Li, Life Inspired, is ready to cut the mustard wi...
3. Inspiration in high definition
The Star Fri, 22 Jul 2011 17:10 PM PDT
IF you want to kick off a lifestyle TV channel that embraces Asiaâs rising affluence and sophistication, 2009 is not the best time, not when the global financial crisis was still an open wound. Yet, Li, Life Inspired did exactly that, and almost two years later, it has signed up with more pay-TV stations in this region than has most of its rivals.
HESTRA HIRES MARKETING TEAM, MANAGER OF SOCIAL MEDIA
PitchEngine Fri, 22 Jul 2011 16:58 PM PDT
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJuly 21, 2011HESTRA HIRES MARKETING TEAM, MANAGER OF SOCIAL MEDIAGolden, Colo.HESTRA, the leading international glove brand in skiing, cycling, outdoor recreation and leisure, announced the addition of a marketing and communications firm and a Lifestyle Marketing Manager to manage the companys public relations and communications...
An ideal lifestyle on show
The Star Fri, 22 Jul 2011 16:47 PM PDT
COMPETITION in the local TV industry is much stiffer today than it was a decade ago, given the various broadcast mediums that have become commonplace with the advent of technology. But lifestyle channel Li, Life Inspired, is ready to cut the mustard with its unique content for modern living.
Inspiration in high definition
The Star Fri, 22 Jul 2011 16:42 PM PDT
IF you want to kick off a lifestyle TV channel that embraces Asiaâs rising affluence and sophistication, 2009 is not the best time, not when the global financial crisis was still an open wound.
How £1m can buy you a billionaire's lifestyle (for a week at least)
Independent Fri, 22 Jul 2011 16:31 PM PDT
The difference between the lowly managing directors and the lofty partners at Goldman Sachs, so the rather nauseating line goes, is that one are the haves and the other have yachts. Yacht ownership is indeed a preserve of the super wealthy. Italian yacht manufacturers CRN Spa say only 1,500 individuals in the world are rich enough to buy their boats.

HEALTH News, Jul 23, 2011

Doctors are the best hospital managers, study reveals
Guardian Unlimited Fri, 22 Jul 2011 22:49 PM PDT
Would hospitals have fared better over the last 30 years if doctors were in charge? New research suggests they may have done Almost 30 years ago, what was then the biggest change to the health service since 1948 was ushered in by a report that noted: "If Florence Nightingale were carrying her lamp through the corridors of the NHS today, she would almost certainly be searching for the people in ...
People with depression must seek immediate treatment: Liow
The Star Fri, 22 Jul 2011 22:43 PM PDT
PUTRAJAYA: Pople with depression should seek immediate treatment and not suppress it out of shame or fear of being stigmatised, HealthMinister Datuk Seri Liow Tiong Lai said.
SVRHC, Douglas hospital team up for better care
Douglas Dispatch Fri, 22 Jul 2011 22:41 PM PDT
DOUGLAS ââ A partnership between the Southeast Arizona Medical Center and the Sierra Vista Regional Health Center will help the Douglas hospital better serve the border community, Brian Bickel told SAMC staff members on Thursday.
Health Experts Give Advice on West Nile Virus Case
FOX 11 Santa Maria Fri, 22 Jul 2011 22:39 PM PDT
Health experts respond to the first case of west nile virus in California is right here on the Central Coast. The disease is spread to humans and animals through a mosquito bite.
Local health department to focus on obesity
Grand Island Independent Fri, 22 Jul 2011 22:35 PM PDT
The Central District Health Department will focus on obesity during the upcoming year after surveys in Hall, Hamilton and Merrick counties showed obesity as a common concern.
Court won't block AHCCCS cuts
Douglas Dispatch Fri, 22 Jul 2011 22:31 PM PDT
PHOENIX -- The Arizona Supreme Court late Friday refused to block the state from scaling back its health care program for the poor next week.
Malloy names first 6 higher ed board regents
Journal Inquirer Fri, 22 Jul 2011 22:29 PM PDT
HARTFORD â A former university president, a corporate lawyer, a hospital vice president, and the leader of a health care management company have been named among the first members of Connecticutâs new higher education oversight board.
Abington Memorial Hospital signs new contract with Blue Cross
Public Spirit & The Willow Grove Guide Fri, 22 Jul 2011 22:27 PM PDT
Independence Blue Cross members who seek health care at Abington Memorial Hospital and its affiliates are unlikely to notice a difference, but the hospital system and major insurer have inked a new three-year contract.
Additional news "Health News"
Baku Today Fri, 22 Jul 2011 22:27 PM PDT
Saratov athletes won five medals at the European Championship in rowing and canoeing, BelTA BakuToday-VolgaInform the Ministry for Sports, Physical Culture and Tourism of the area. Competition in Europeamong juniors and youth up to 23 years were held in Zagreb (Croatia).
People With Depression Should Seek Immediate Treatment - Liow
Bernama Fri, 22 Jul 2011 22:25 PM PDT
PUTRAJAYA, July 23 (Bernama) -- People with depression should seek immediate treatment and not suppressing it out of shame or fear of being stigmatised, Health Minister Datuk Seri Liow Tiong Lai said.

 

BARACK OBAMA News, Jul 23, 2011

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Obama gives final approval to let gays join military
AFP via Yahoo!Xtra News Fri, 22 Jul 2011 21:12 PM PDT
WASHINGTON (AFP) - President Barack Obama announced that a ban on gays serving openly in the US forces will end in September as he certified that the nation's military was ready to accept them among its ranks.
Obama calls crisis debt talks as default looms
AFP via Yahoo!Xtra News Fri, 22 Jul 2011 21:12 PM PDT
WASHINGTON (AFP) - US President Barack Obama angrily summoned top lawmakers for crisis talks Saturday on averting a disastrous early August debt default that could send shockwaves through the fragile global economy.
Your Comments: The public needs to wake up to Republicans' political posturing over debt limits
The Post-Standard Fri, 22 Jul 2011 21:11 PM PDT
Read what Umakemeill44 has to say about the breakdown of talks between House Speaker John Boehner and President Obama on how to cut the federal deficit and raise the debt limit.
Debt talks crisis: House Speaker John Boehner, Obama trading blame
Deseret News Fri, 22 Jul 2011 21:11 PM PDT
WASHINGTON â House Speaker John Boehner abruptly broke off talks with President Barack Obama Friday night on a deal to make major cuts in federal spending and avert a threatened government default, sending already uncertain compromise efforts into instant crisis.
Boehner abruptly shuts down debt talks
The Gadsden Times Fri, 22 Jul 2011 21:06 PM PDT
WASHINGTON â House Speaker John Boehner abruptly broke off talks with President Barack Obama on Friday night on a deal to cut federal spending and avert a threatened government default, sending compromise efforts into an instant crisis.
US, NZ leaders bond on trade, security
Sky News Australia Fri, 22 Jul 2011 21:06 PM PDT
The US and NZ have hailed new cooperation as Barack Obama called for a trans-Pacific trade deal by November.